Educational information — awaiting veterinary review
- Typical adult weight
- 25–34 kg
- Size
- Large
- Coat
- Medium، Double coat
- Energy
- High
- Grooming
- Moderate
- Shedding
- High
Known colours: Golden، Cream، Red
General temperament: Gentle, sociable family dog; loves play and swimming.
Inherited risks associated with the breed
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow dysplasia
- Higher rates of some cancers
- Eye conditions (e.g. cataracts)
- Skin allergies
An association with a breed does not mean an animal is affected. We never infer a medical condition from breed.
Screening to discuss with a vet
- Full veterinary examination before any decision
- Hip scoring (X-ray)
- Elbow scoring (X-ray)
- Eye examination by a veterinary ophthalmologist
- Heart check (auscultation, echo when advised)
Sources
Explore combinations with this breed
Educational examples taken from the known crosses in our breed list, not breeding endorsements. Each one is shown with its welfare notes.
- Golden Retriever × Golden Retriever
- Golden Retriever × Siberian Husky
- Golden Retriever × Goberian
- Golden Retriever × Labrador Retriever
- Golden Retriever × Goldador
- Golden Retriever × Standard Poodle
- Golden Retriever × Goldendoodle
- Golden Retriever × Bernese Mountain Dog
- Golden Retriever × Golden Mountain Dog
This tool is educational only and does not encourage breeding. Outcomes can't be guaranteed, and it never replaces a vet.